Accor expanded its footprints in Pune with the opening of Novotel on 11 December, 2013, the brand’s third property in Q4 this year after launching in Goa and Ahmedabad. - See more at: http://voyagersworld.in/article/novotel-makes-entry-pune#sthash.ciYHh0Fx.dpuf

"Novotel Pune breaks away from tradition and has a ‘Virtual Concierge’ facility. Located close to the commercial and retail precincts of the city, the hotel has 223 guest rooms including 14 suites, meeting spaces augmented by the latest technology and varied dining and recreation options."

Europe-base Accor, a leading hotel operator, has been one of the most aggressive players in the Indian hospitality sector. The group opened three Novotel properties—Pune, Goa and Ahmedabad—in the fourth quarter of 2013, and plans to open atleast 13 more hotels in 2014